
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL from $600 (127 Rentals)
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Leland Tower Apartments

413 S Lincoln Ave

Fairhaven Village Apartments

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321 Old Indian Trail

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1750 N Marywood Ave, Unit 306

Lakeview Residences

ReNew Aurora

Arbor West Apartments

The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community
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1875 Tall Oaks Dr, Unit 2102

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Haven on Long Grove

The Reserve at Summerfield

Fox Pointe

TGM Springbrook

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415 Echo Ln, Unit 3

The Apartments at Kirkland Crossing

Hawthorn at Oakhurst

The Aventine at Oakhurst North

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Fox Valley Villages
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Downer Place Lofts

Metro 59 Apartments

4304 Chesapeake Dr

Lucca Fox Valley

Lumen Fox Valley

4319 Chesapeake Dr

4125 Chesapeake Dr

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229 W Downer Pl, Unit 2

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Butterfield Oaks Apartments

4130 Landing Dr
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4221 Windrift Dr

169 S Gregory St

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Legacy at Fox Valley Apartments

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Willow + Wren Apartments

4115 Landing Dr

500 Station

540 Iowa Ave, Unit 2

1115 Burgundy Ln

Sage Crest Apartments

Indian Trail Apartments
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Silver Oaks At Waterford

Autumnwood Apartments

321 W Old Indian Trl

Village West Apartments

Forest Ridge

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Colony West Apartments

159 N 4th St

338 Marion Ave

Signal Point Apartments
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Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aurora?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Aurora Studio Apartments | $1,842 | $1,075 | $2,916 |
| Cheap Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,978 | $1,070 | $3,516 |
| Cheap Aurora 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,446 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Aurora 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,220 | $1,775 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Aurora 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,556 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Aurora Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Aurora, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Deville Manor in the Prescott Mill Crossings neighborhood priced from $678. Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living in the Ashcroft Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aurora apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Deville Manor | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $678 |
| Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living | B | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Fairhaven Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Aurora Heights | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Courtyards Village West | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Country Wood Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,308 |
| Lakeview Residences | Lakeview Residences Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| ReNew Aurora | Ashford | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aurora area is the $1.85 price per square foot 229 W Downer Pl Model at 229 W Downer Pl, Unit 2 in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Aurora apartment is the wt_2b2b Model at Whispering Trails Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Downtown Naperville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aurora apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 229 W Downer Pl, Unit 2 | 229 W Downer Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Whispering Trails Apartments | wt_2b2b | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| Fox Pointe | 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| 415 Echo Ln, Unit 3 | 415 Echo Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Amber Ridge Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 321 Old Indian Trail | 321 Old Indian Trail | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Courtyards Village West | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Deville Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Fairhaven Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living | B | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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Aurora Overview
Known affectionately as the 'City of Lights', Aurora is the second most-populated city in the entire state of Illinois. Technically a suburb of the greater Chicago vicinity, this thriving locale has much to offer potential residents in the way of schools, employment, amenities and overall opportunity.
Why live in Aurora, IL?
A close second to the might Chicago in terms of opportunity and scope, Aurora apartment rentals truly represent some of the best living that Illinois has to offer. Close to world-class health care, education systems, public parks and nightlife, this is one larger-than-life hotspot that shows little signs of slowing in prosperity any time soon.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aurora Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Aurora?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Aurora is at Lakeview Residences listed at $1,325.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Aurora Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Aurora Apartment is $1,070 at Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Aurora Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Aurora is starting from $678 at Deville Manor.
What is the most affordable Aurora Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Aurora Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amber Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,495.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
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